Quick Start Guide
Get up and running with Prism Wallet in 5 minutes
Follow this quick guide to set up Prism Wallet and start managing your finances effectively.
Step 1: Download and Install
iOS Requirements
- iOS 15.0 or later
- iPhone 6s or newer
- 100MB free storage space
Download
- Open the App Store
- Search for "Prism Wallet"
- Tap "Get" to download
- Open the app once installed
Step 2: Create Your Account
Sign Up Options
- Email: Use your email address
- Apple Sign In: Quick setup with Face ID/Touch ID
- Google Account: Coming soon
Account Setup
- Choose your sign-up method
- Verify your email (if using email signup)
- Create a secure password
- Enable biometric authentication (recommended)
Step 3: Personalize Your Experience
Choose Your Currency
Select from:
- πΊπΈ USD (US Dollar)
- πͺπΊ EUR (Euro)
- π¬π§ GBP (British Pound)
- π¨π¦ CAD (Canadian Dollar)
- π¦πΊ AUD (Australian Dollar)
- And more...
Select Categories
Pick the spending categories that matter to you:
- Essential categories are pre-selected
- Add custom categories later (Premium)
- Categories help with automatic transaction sorting
Step 4: Connect Your First Account
Quick Connection
- Tap "Add Account" on the dashboard
- Search for your bank
- Enter your online banking credentials
- Select accounts to track
- Done! Transactions will start syncing
Security Note
- Read-only access only
- Credentials are never stored
Step 5: Explore Key Features
Dashboard Overview
Your financial command center shows:
- Net Worth: Total assets minus liabilities
- Recent Transactions: Last 5-10 transactions
- Budget Status: Quick view of spending
- Insights: AI-powered recommendations
Bottom Navigation
- Dashboard: Home screen with overview
- Transactions: All your transactions
- Budgets: Create and manage budgets
- Accounts: View all connected accounts
- More: Settings and additional features
Step 6: Create Your First Budget
- Tap "Budgets" in bottom navigation
- Tap the "+" button
- Choose a category (e.g., Groceries)
- Set monthly amount (we'll suggest based on history)
- Save and start tracking!
Step 7: Review Transactions
Daily Review
Make it a habit to:
- Check new transactions
- Verify categories are correct
- Add notes to important transactions
- Mark any issues for follow-up
Quick Actions
- Swipe Right: Mark as reviewed
- Swipe Left: Flag for review
- Tap: View details and edit
Pro Tips for New Users
1. Start Simple
- Connect just one account initially
- Create 3-5 budgets for major expenses
- Review transactions weekly at first
2. Use Insights
- Check the bell icon daily
- Act on savings recommendations
- Track your progress
3. Set Up Notifications
- Enable budget alerts
- Turn on unusual transaction notifications
- Set up weekly summary emails
4. Explore Premium Features
Your 3-day trial includes:
- Unlimited accounts
- Advanced insights
- Custom categories
- Priority support
Need Help?
Quick Resources
- In-App Help: Tap your profile β Help
- Video Tutorials: Coming soon
- Email Support: support@prismwallet.app
Common Questions
- Transactions not showing? Wait 1-2 hours for initial sync
- Wrong category? Tap transaction to change
- Budget questions? Check our budget guide
What's Next?
Now that you're set up:
- Week 1: Focus on transaction review
- Week 2: Refine your budgets
- Week 3: Explore insights and savings
- Month 1: Review your financial progress
